The Board denied increased ratings for the Veteran's left knee conditions, except for a 30 percent rating for instability prior to July 1, 2013, and a 20 percent rating for limitation of extension prior to that date.

The deciding factor: The evidence was in approximate balance for certain periods, but did not support higher ratings overall due to the maximum schedular evaluations being reached or lack of additional impairment beyond what was already rated.

Claimed conditions

Left Knee Limited Flexion, Left Knee Instability, Left Knee Limitation of Extension

How they argued it

Direct service connection

Exposure basis

None

Rating assigned

None in this decision

Decision date

March 11, 2025

Citation

25003415

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